I find there’s one activity that seems to equal parts startle and comfort tourists when asked where to go or what to do. Advising them to find the nature in New York City. In a city where gray can become the backdrop, finding a green space is essential to your sanity. Sure Central Park isContinue reading “Find the Green”
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Leaving Budapest
While I’ve only had a very small amount of relationships in my life I would say I’ve experienced a large amount of devastating breakups. Break ups of the romantic nature but also unconventional break ups. Break ups with friends. With cities. With versions of myself I was still holding on to. Even with ideas. SoContinue reading “Leaving Budapest”
My Fig Tree Moment
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the Sylvia Path quote in The Bell Jar when she finds herself at a crossroads. She imagines herself sitting underneath a fig tree looking up at all the equally delectable figs. Each fig is a different way her life could go. One fig is having a family. OneContinue reading “My Fig Tree Moment”
Cream Tea for 3, Please
When I was 14 I got a book for my birthday I think from a distant family member that was titled 1001 places to go before you die. I spent a full year flipping through the book taking notes in my Lisa Frank bright purple notebook. I finally narrowed down about 50 cities around theContinue reading “Cream Tea for 3, Please”
Venturing Outside of Budapest
For such a small country ( only 10 million citizens) Hungary boasts a vastly different terrain from North to South. Honestly before moving here I couldn’t tell you any Hungarian city other than Budapest and I didn’t have a huge amount of interest in venturing to the far reaches of the country. I think, especiallyContinue reading “Venturing Outside of Budapest”
Kimberly Skoda 